2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M — MOT failures & pass rate

Across 4,291 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and steering. Its pass rate of 88.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.1% in the 60-90k group versus 10.0% in the 0-30k group.

Pass rate

4,291

MOT tests analysed

11.3%

Fail rate

worse than

vs cars of similar age

Avg age at test (yrs)

How it compares

Fail rate for this model-year against the segment and national averages for cars of a similar age.

Top failure categories

Most common MOT failure areas — 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M
#	Category	% of tests affected	Tests
1	Tyres	8.2%	352
2	Visibility	2.9%	126
3	Steering	1.2%	51
4	Lighting & signalling	0.9%	40
5	Other defects	0.6%	26
6	Seat belts & restraints	0.4%	18

Percentage of tests with at least one failure recorded in each category.

Most common specific failures

The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.

Most frequently recorded failure items — 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M
#	Failure item	Times recorded
1	Tread depth	154
2	Wipers	120
3	Track rod end	62
4	Headlamp aim	48
5	Registration plates	38
6	Washers	23

Top advisory categories

Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.

Most common MOT advisories — 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M
#	Category	% of tests with advisory	Tests
1	Tyres	23.1%	993
2	Other defects	5.0%	214
3	Visibility	4.4%	190
4	Suspension	0.8%	34
5	Steering	0.6%	24
6	Brakes	0.3%	11

Failure rate by mileage

Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.

MOT fail rate by recorded mileage band.

Fail rate by recorded mileage — 2022 Ix Xdrive40 M
Mileage band	Tests	Fail rate
0-30k	2,320	10.0%
30-60k	1,829	12.5%
60-90k	136	19.1%

Failure rate by age

How this model-year's MOT fail rate climbs as the cars get older.

Trend over time

Fail rate by dataset year — 2022 Ix Xdrive40 M
Dataset year	Tests	Fail rate
2024	94	7.4%
2025	4,194	11.4%

What to check before buying a 2022 Ix Xdrive40 M

Before buying a 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.2% of tests for this year.

Tyres (8.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Visibility (2.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Steering (1.2% of tests): Play, leaks or worn track rod ends — affects handling and is a safety item. Typical repair: £150–£500.

Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.

Frequently asked questions

How many 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 Ms pass their MOT?

88.6% of the 4,291 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.3% fail rate.

What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Bmw Ix Xdrive40 M?

Tyres, recorded in 8.2% of tests, followed by visibility (2.9%).

Does the 2022 Ix Xdrive40 M get worse with mileage?

Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.0% in the 0-30k band to 19.1% in the 60-90k band.

Methodology & source. Based on 4,291 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.